Forensic Community Care Specialist — RMN

Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Billericay; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday

Excellent pension

Relocation package

Season ticket loans

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Community Forensic Practitioner based at Heath Close, Billericay. You will join the Specialist Community Forensic Team, care coordinating a small caseload and working with a multi-disciplinary group to support discharge planning and community follow-up.

Key duties include risk assessments, care planning using HCR-20, liaison with families and partner agencies, and helping with inpatient reviews.

Qualifications

• RMN with at least 12 months post-qualification experience, or a recognised Social Work qualification, or an Occupational Therapy qualification.
• At least 12 months’ Band 5 experience and good knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983.
• Experience in secure services and HCR‑20 qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Act as care coordinator for a small caseload within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Complete risk assessments and risk management plans using forensic tools such as the HCR-20.
• Develop and review holistic care plans and monitor ongoing progress.
• Support discharge process and assist with readmission when needed.
• Collaborate with families, carers and partner agencies while maintaining confidentiality.
• Follow local/national guidance on medication ordering, carrying and storage.

Skills

Care coordination

Risk assessment

Communication

Education

RMN with PQE

Social Work qualification

Occupational Therapy qualification

Tools

HCR-20

Job description

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Community Forensic Practitioner based at Heath Close, Billericay. You will join the Specialist Community Forensic Team, care coordinating a small caseload and working with a multi-disciplinary group to support discharge planning and community follow-up.

Key duties include risk assessments, care planning using HCR-20, liaison with families and partner agencies, and helping with inpatient reviews.